Recall 97V-105: 1997 Chevrolet Corvette

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jun 23, 1997, covering about 3,792 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-105
Report date
Jun 23, 1997
Vehicles affected
3,792
Owners notified
Jul 15, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles have a torn fuel tank sending unit/pump seal. This can cause fuel odor and/or leakage at the attachment location.

The risk

Fuel leakage from a torn seal can result in a fire if an ignition source is present.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and right hand fuel tank assemblies (Including fuel sending unit and pump).

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification will begin during july 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V105000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Corvette1997All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 97V-105?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles have a torn fuel tank sending unit/pump seal. This can cause fuel odor and/or leakage at the attachment location.

How is recall 97V-105 fixed?

Dealers will replace the left and right hand fuel tank assemblies (Including fuel sending unit and pump).

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.